Exhibitions and records of works of art
Prince Albert recognised the importance of photography to record and document notable exhibitions and works of art
ROBERT HOWLETT (1831-58)
'Virgin and Child'
1857Albumen print | 20.3 x 16.5 cm (image) | RCIN 2081352
Photograph of a painting of the Virgin Mary with Christ Child. The Virgin Mary cradles the infant on her lap. She holds a flower in front of the child with her right hand. The mother and child are depicted in a garden, enclosed by a fence. The painting is photographed in its frame. A piece of paper with the number '441' printed on it is attached to the frame, in the lower left corner. The painting is attributed to M. Schoen.
Creator(s)
Robert Howlett (1831-58) (photographer)
Subject(s)
Blessed Virgin Mary20.3 x 16.5 cm (image)
54.5 x 35.3 cm (page dimensions)
- Presented to Prince Albert
Subject(s)
- Religion & Theology
- Religions and faiths
- Christianity
- Life of Christ
- Infancy of Christ
- Christ Child
- Infancy of Christ
- Life of Christ
- Christianity
- Religions and faiths
- Science, Medicine and Technology
- Agriculture and related techniques
- Gardening
- Gardens
- Gardening
- Agriculture and related techniques
- Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
- Art
- Paintings
- Art
Object type(s)
- visual works
- albums
- photograph albums
- albums
- Religion & Theology
